of Dress 5510 Falls of Neuse Road Raleigh, NC 27609 Phone: 919-872-2133 Fax: 919-872-7451 www.friendshipchristian.net
Rationale for FCS of Dress Scripture does not stipulate how we should dress. However, God's Word does call us to be imitators of God {I Cor. 11:1), to be modest in our appearance (I Tim. 2:9), to do things in an orderly fashion (I Cor. 14:40), and to bring honor to Him (I Cor. 10:31). A standard of dress is one way Friendship Christian School meets these commands. Research indicates a dress standard creates an environment conducive to learning and fosters self-esteem in students. The purpose in our standard of dress is to establish a high benchmark of modesty, decorum, and academic excellence. In an effort to standardize and simplify our school dress the following items are permitted. Any deviation from the standard is not acceptable. Elementary school students whose dress does not meet the standard will earn a tally; a notice will be sent to the parents. Middle and high school students whose dress does not meet the standard will be provided a change of clothing for the day and will incur demerits following the handbook. The borrowed clothing should then be laundered and returned the next school day to avoid fees. Chapel Days The standard of dress for Chapel Days (middle/high school students) is as follows: Young Ladies: Skirts or dresses (following guidelines in chart below) Young Men: Oxford shirt with tie Chapel is scheduled for Thursday. In the event that chapel is moved to another day, you will be notified in advance. Dress Down Days The standard of dress for Dress Down Days allows students to wear loose-fitting, hole-free jeans or athletic pants along with an appropriate shirt. While loose-fitting t-shirts are acceptable, t-shirts with inappropriate graphics or language will not be permitted. Below is a list of Dress Down occasions: Walk Event or Color Run (as directed by Head of School) Class events (Community service days or other volunteer work days) Monthly Dress Down (fundraisers for junior and senior classes) Spirit Days follow the theme of the day in order to dress down Summer Reading Contest reward days Other special days as determined by the Administration
Female Kindergarten- 5 th Grade Blouse/Tops Fit: Loose Graphics (applies to shirts, sweaters, hoodies, jackets, and sweatshirts) Neckline: approximately 2 inches of the collarbone Sleeves: capped, short, long inches Back: cover from top of shoulder to waist Between the neckline and the hemline, no skin may show at any time Sheer, lacy, or camouflage not permitted Acceptable writing and printing on clothing would include FCS logos, sports logos, or other graphics that are not in conflict with school s standards. Screen prints (butterflies, horses, etc.) are acceptable as well. Dresses Skirt Length: to the knee Neckline: to the collarbone Sleeves: capped, short, or long inches Back: cover from top of shoulder to waist Leggings: may be worn under skirt or dresses of proper length Pants/Capri pants/shorts Knee length or longer Tan, navy, black, brown, grey Footwear Sandal with heel strap Enclosed shoe No plastic/beach-wear flip flops Hair Make-up PE Class (3 rd -5 th grades) Natural colored hair Conventional style May not be worn in the school building Make-up is not permitted (natural lip gloss is acceptable) FCS PE Uniform required
Male Kindergarten- 5th Grade Kindergarten - 5 th Grades Shirts Collared shirt Appropriately buttoned Sleeveless shirts are not permitted Sweaters Permissible without collared shirt Graphics (applies to shirts, sweaters, hoodies with collared shirt, and sweat shirts with collared shirt) Acceptable writing and printing on clothing would include FCS logos, sports logos, or other graphics that are not in conflict with school s standards. Screen prints of acceptable things (sports, etc.) are fine. K- 5 th Grades Pants Shorts Denim (No blue jeans) Worn at the waist line Length: to the knee K- 2 nd Grades Sweat pants and wind pants are permitted Footwear Enclosed shoe with socks No flip flops Hair Combed neatly Should not touch eyebrows, ears, or collar of shirt Jewelry PE Class (3 rd -5 th grades) May not be worn in buildings during school hours May not wear earrings, necklaces, or similar adornment FCS PE uniform required
Blouses Female Students 6 th - 12 th Grade (Merriam-Webster, 2015) Graphics (applies to shirts, sweaters, hoodies with collared shirt, and sweat shirts with collared shirt) Fit: loo se Neckline: approximately 2 inches (3 finger-widths) from the collarbone (No cleavage showing) Sleeves: capped, short, or long Inches; no undergarments showing Back: cover from top of shoulder to waist Between the neck line and the hemline, no skin/undergarments may show at any time Sheer, lacy, or camouflage not permitted Not permitted on regular school days Logos should be small Dress Down Days: Graphics will be acceptable as long as they do not conflict with Biblical principles. College and team graphics are fine on Dress Down Days. Dresses Skirts Loose-of clothing: not fitting close to your Slacks Length: to the knee (within 2 inches of the crease at the back of the knee) Neckline: to the collarbone Sleeves: capped, short, or long inches; no undergarments showing Back: cover from top of shoulders to waist Length: to the knee (within 2 inches of the crease at the back of the knee) Slits: must be below the knee Leggings may only be worn under skirts or dresses of proper length Sheer, lacy, or camouflage not permitted Cotton/Twill Blend No denim jeans Tan, navy, black, brown, or grey No skinny pants Ankle-length (within inches of ankle) Undergarments Proper undergarments must be worn at all times and should be completely hidden Footwear Enclosed shoe (tennis shoes or deck shoes, etc.) Sandals High heels should not be higher than 2" Hair Natural colored hair Conventional sty le Body Piercing Tattoos No body piercing other than ears; maximum of two ear piercings May not be worn in buildings during school hours No tattoos
Shirts Male Students 6 th - 12 th Grade Collared shirt Appropriately buttoned Camouflage not permitted Sweaters/Sweatshirts Permissible without collared shirt Sweaters and sweatshirts must be appropriate and follow the guidelines. Graphics (applies to shirts, sweaters, hoodies, jackets, and sweatshirts) Not permitted on regular school days Logos should be small Dress Down Days: Graphics will be acceptable as long as they do not conflict with Biblical principles. 6 th - 12 th Grades Fit: Loose Slacks Loose-of clothing: not fitting close to your Footwear No cargo pants or blue jeans Belt preferred Enclosed shoe with socks No sandals Hair Jewelry Tattoos Combed neatly Should not touch eyebrows, ears, or collar of shirt Face is to be clean shaven No earrings, necklaces, or body piercings worn on campus or at school related events off campus May not be worn in buildings during school hours No tattoos